House & Land Winter 2023

Discover a new outlook in the heart of the Goulburn Valley PAGE 3

A modern look for your home PAGE 4

Flee the freeze this winter with the Hot and Cold Shop PAGE 5

Quality workmanship with every build PAGE 6

Excellent blocks of land available in the Goulburn Valley PAGE 8

Natives are the green thumbs’ choice PAGE 12

From chilly fridges to warm heaters PAGE 14

The full palette to your interior home in style and comfort

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Expertly crafted homes, flexible floorplans PAGE 17

Great Location - Extra large blocks for lifestyle PAGE 18

Empower yourself by building

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Combining high quality with sustainable product PAGE 19

Inside gardening to beat the chill PAGE 19

Discover a new outlook in the heart of the Goulburn Valley

WHEN it comes to where we live, it is human nature to strive to find beautiful outlooks and places that we feel calm and have space to breathe. If you dream of being surrounded by wide open spaces with access to beautiful parkland, but still want the convenience of schools and shops just around the corner, a new development in Mooroopna is your chance to secure your premium slice of regional living.

Over five stages, 86 allotments are on offer. Stage two comprises of 19, with only five remaining. 75 percent of the blocks have open views, with sizes ranging from 400m2 up to 1100m2 catering to all buyer segments.

Located at the end of Norton Drive in Mooroopna, The Outlook possess an abundance of natural features on its doorstep including Norton Reserve, stands of established trees and plentiful rural outlooks.

“It is these unique natural attributes that influenced

and inspired the design of this project” said Development Manager for The Outlook, Nick Stabb.

“We want every allotment to feel connected to its unique surrounding environment.”

Upon examining the project masterplan, the road pattern reinforces the connection to open space, a natural outlook and a wide range of block sizes as well.

“There are blocks which suit first homebuyers, upgraders, right-sizers and investors as well,” Nick said.

Fundamentals of the Greater Shepparton economy are strong, and this is reflected in the most recent Domain March 2023 House Price Report which shows prices in Greater Shepparton up 11.9 percent year on year.

“We recently welcomed our Stage 1 owners to The Outlook and look forward to welcoming our Stage 2 purchasers over the coming weeks,” Nick said.

“With allotments priced from $165,000 and only five blocks remaining in Stage 2, I encourage you to contact our local selling agent Glenn Young from Youngs and Co.”

Visit Youngs and Co at 123 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, or phone them on 58208777 or 0438 579 993. See aerial view and further information on page 13.

WIDE OPEN SPACES... Located at the end of Norton Drive, The Outlook possess an abundance of natural features on its doorstep including Norton Reserve, stands of established trees and plentiful rural outlooks. Youngs & Co. director Glenn Young in front of stage two, which only has five lots remaining.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday

THE OUTLOOK... Aerial view of the stunning The Outlook Mooroopna, land development just minutes from Shepparton. Photo: Supplied

A modern look for your home

TRADITIONAL Colorbond® may have been the backbone of an infinite number of structures built over the last 100 years, but trends and technology are changing and a new product on the market is taking the construction industry by storm.

Steeline Shepparton is a part of a trusted group of Australian-owned metal roofing and steel building product specialists which produce Bluescope steel products on-site.

Steeline's Interlocking Panel is a contemporary interlocking cladding, which provides straight lines and can be used in both vertical and horizontal orientations.

Interlocking Panel is part of Steeline's classic ‘Euro Panel Cladding’ range, designed to provide visual texture to your architectural designs. It is available in two cover widths and in a wide range of COLORBOND® steel colours and finishes.

“We can do so much with Euro Panels, it gives a really modern look,” explained Steeline Shepparton manager, Travis Ryan.

“All our architectural steel wall and roof cladding products are manufactured locally and will provide visual texture to meet your architectural designs. We have product ideal for a range of applications, from residential

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homes to commercial and industrial buildings.”

Shepparton is located at 62 Mitchell St, Shepparton and can be contacted on 5831 1935.

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MODERN LOOK... Interlocking Panel is part of Steeline’s classic ‘Euro Panel Cladding’ range, designed to provide visual texture to your architectural designs. Pictured is a project completed using ‘Euro Panel Cladding’. Photo: Supplied

290 Benalla Road, Shepparton

Flee the freeze this winter with the Hot and Cold Shop

TIRED of that icy chill in your home? Sick of it being colder inside than it is outside? Shepparton’s Hot and Cold Shop have all your winter needs covered with state-of-the-art heating services.

Established in the mid 1980s, the Hot and Cold Shop have been heating homes across the Goulburn Valley for almost 40 years, ensuring that each customer is satisfied with their installation and maintenance services.

The locally owned business has an entire team of friendly and knowledgeable staff who pride themselves on excellent customer service. Offering free consultations, the staff take their time to go through all your options, ensuring you find the right heating and cooling choice for you.

you're planning to build a new home, we can put together an efficient package to suit your needs,” said one of Shepparton’s Hot and Cold Shop directors Paul Marshall.

Whether for an existing property or you’re planning to build a new home, we can put together an efficient package to suit your needs,”

- Hot and Cold Shop director Paul Marshall.

“Whether for an existing property or

With a wide range of heating systems including, ducted gas central heating, space heating, gas log fires, wood heating, hydronic heating, and so much more, the Hot and Cold Shop are guaranteed to keep you warm this winter.

For all your seasonal needs, check out the Hot and Cold Shop located at 7965 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla VIC 3631 or call them on 58231955

Quality workmanship on every build

OWNED by Daryl and Maree Emmett, GV Carports and Patios is a well-known local company that offers quality workmanship on every build.

Daryl, a registered builder with over 35 years of experience, ensures the quality of their carports, patios, pergolas, and verandas.

“Our Mitchell Street workshop and showroom showcases a full-sized display patio with Solarspan insulated panels and

Colorbond TM iron, with Lysaght Firmlok beams frame,” said Daryl “Solarspan and Insulroof provide an allin-one roofing and ceiling solution to add value and comfort to your outdoor living spaces, perfect for the temperatures we face here in the GV.”

Located on Mitchell Street, the company has a workshop and showroom where customers can explore their range of products. They have a full-sized display patio featuring insulated roofing and various roofing option. Daryl also builds with woodgrain Solarspan, which provides a ceiling-like finish, to really elevate your outdoor spaces.

GV Carports and Patios emphasizes

that their well-designed patios offer an affordable way to create a beautiful outdoor living area while adding significant value to one's home. These patios can be built anywhere in a garden, serving as a focal point for landscaping and garden-style entertaining.

GV Carports and Patios is located at 70 Mitchell Street, Shepparton, and can be contacted on 5831 2031.

New energy efficient air conditioning systems

ALL YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE NEEDS... Daryl, owner of GV Carports, is a registered builder with over 35 years of experience, ensures the quality of their carports, patios, pergolas, and verandas.

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Excellent blocks of land available in the Goulburn Valley

GAGLIARDI Scott Real Estate is currently offering a variety of remaining premium blocks of land in Greater Shepparton.

Land is increasingly becoming scarce in the area, and once the currently available land is sold, it will take some time for further developments to take place. Therefore, if you're considering buying a plot in the future, it is recommended to register your interest to avoid missing out.

The Vines, located in the highly soughtafter North Shepparton area, is one of the premium estates being offered. It offers generous block sizes and is conveniently situated within walking distance of the Shepparton Sports Precinct and shopping centre. Schools and GV Health are also just a short drive away. The last remaining blocks in The Vines start from $280,000.

The North Quarter is another meticulously master-planned community that offers generous lot sizes, open spaces, and close proximity to the city centre. Stage 1 of The North Quarter is already sold out, and stage 2 is almost sold out, with only a few lots remaining.

For those preferring South Shepparton, there is an exclusive Sanctuary Park release with prices starting from $275,000. The Bolzonello release offers blocks ranging from 720m2 to 935m2. Sanctuary Park is characterized by its tree-lined streets, picturesque views, and integrated parklands.

It also features a walking and bicycle path through Sanctuary Drive, connecting Archer Road and Melbourne Road.

According to Rocky Gagliardi, the director of Gagliardi Scott Real Estate, once these remaining blocks are sold, it will be a

while before similar-sized blocks become available again. Therefore, registering your interest now is crucial. While some blocks may not be titled for a while, there is no pressure to start building immediately. However, if you have plans to build in the

SECURE YOUR FUTURE...Gagliardi Scott Real Estate is currently offering some excellent blocks of land in Greater Shepparton. Rocky Gagliardi and his team can help you find the best block for your needs.

Stephanie Holliday

next few years, this is an opportunity to secure a plot.

To register your interest and gather further information, you can contact Gagliardi Scott Real Estate at 5831 1800, or phone Rocky Gagliardi on 0407 826 542..

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Natives are the green thumbs’ choice

WITH plentiful plants, both exotic and native, gorgeous gifts and exquisite flower arrangements for delivery, Billabong Garden Complex has you covered for all your year-round garden and nature-loving needs.

The perfect time of year to plant autumn flowering natives, Billabong endeavours to stock a wide range of its’ top selling indigenous lines with a current abundance of eye-catching Banksia and Grevilleas ready to brighten up your winter garden.

Billabong Garden Complex is a social enterprise of ConnectGV, who supports people with a disability as NDIS participants and supported employees. The Billabong team work together to cover all aspects of plant care in order to grow an abundance of variety in house.

Passionate and knowledgeable through her extensive horticultural experience, Billabong Garden Complex manager Tracy Lamont said, “Natives in Australia are best planted in winter so that they can root in before the warmer weather.

“It is a good time to plant now because these plants can more easily hydrate, and natives are generally frost hardy. Natives are also naturally supportive of indigenous

NOW IS THE TIME TO PLANT NATIVES... Billabong Garden Complex is a social enterprise of ConnectGV who supports people with a disability as NDIS participants and supported employees.The Billabong team work together to cover all aspects of plant care in order to grow an abundance of natives in house. The time is right to plant natives in your garden now and at Billabong there are indigenous plants a-plenty for you to choose from. Pictured above with eye-catching Banksia, Grevilleas and native grass are, (from left) Daphne Crocker, Ben Grapentin and Michelle Woodyard.

wildlife, it’s your number one key for attracting bees and birds for pollination and of course, natives are your most resilient choice.”

Dedicated to stocking a wide selection of plants, both native and exotic, Billabong Garden Complex holds, ‘If we don’t grow it, we stock it,’ so why not pop in and

brighten up your garden this winter and/or sow the seeds for a glorious spring with something in store for everyone.

And while you’re enjoying the colour and greenery, don’t forget to treat yourself to a delicious lunch and coffee at Ruby Saltbush Café.

ELEGANT, COMFORTABLE & BEAUTIFUL FLOOR COVERINGS

Elegant,

Photo: Natasha Fujimoto

comfortable and beautifully tactile, carpet is a timeless option for any home whether your look is classic or more fashion-forward. Renowned for its noise-reducing and insulating qualities, today’s carpet lets you create a space that's practical without compromising on style.

Discover a new Outlook

Lots starting from only $165k With Greater Shepparton house prices continuing to grow, (up 11.9%* ) now is the time to secure your future with the best value property in the region.

A wide variety of block sizes to build your dream, from 400sqm - 1143sqm

With 30 hectares of parklands on your doorstep.

Schools, shopping, and town centre are all close by.

Stage 2 construction now complete. Hurry only 5 lots remaining!

From chilly fridges to warm heaters

ESTABLISHED in 1965 by John Dickson Snr, Dickson’s Air Conditioning & Refrigeration originally specialised in commercial refrigeration including servicing milk vats for the dairy industry and repairing electrical appliances. Today the firm continues to provide a diverse range of services including the repairing of electrical and gas appliances.

With astronomical living costs causing pain to the hip pockets of many Australians, it’s good to know that Dickson's Refrigeration & Air Conditioning are one of the few specialists remaining that repair appliances and white goods, saving locals the cost of buying new items when they break down.

They are authorised service agents for most leading appliance brands, and their wealth of knowledge is unsurpassed.

With heater season in full swing, Dicksons’ can help with all your domestic, commercial and industrial heating requirements including split systems, multi-split systems, ducted systems, and gas heating systems. They carry all the leading brands including

Panasonic, Bonaire, Fujitsu, Braemar, Toshiba, Mitsubishi Electric and Carrier, and back it up with their strong service department.

They also have the backing of national air conditioning firm, Grosvenor Engineering, which provides air conditioning, fire and electrical services to a range of national companies in the Goulburn Valley.

Recently, they completed a custom cool room for a local commercial client, an indication of their wide breadth of skills.

To get in touch, give them a call on 5821 2906 or stop by their offices at 55-57 Longstaff Street, Shepparton, just off Wyndham Street.

ONE OF THE FEW REMAINING REPAIRERS... With heater season in full swing, Dicksons’ can help with all your domestic, commercial and industrial heating requirements including split systems, multisplit systems, ducted systems, and gas heating systems. Pictured is branch administrator Joshua Mei.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday

The full palette to your interior home in style and comfort

THE floors, windows and walls of your home are the canvas upon which to carefully curate your living space, complementing not only the practical needs of you and your family, but evincing your unique sense of style and taste.

National Tiles and Carpet Call Shepparton have everything in store you need to transform your house into a home.

Ensuring your home evokes warmth and relaxation, carpet is a timeless choice, and with an extensive range of fibres, colours and textures, Carpet Call will assist you to update your home’s appearance.

Inviting refinement and opening-up space, hard flooring is a charming and durable choice. With a large selection of traditional timber, vinyl, hybrid and laminate flooring to choose from as well as an exceptional array of quality tiles, the one-stop interior renovation outlet have your home’s refit underway with

Offering an extra layer of stylish insulation throughout the

seasons, National Tiles and Carpet Call’s shutters, blinds and curtains offer versatility, convenience and flair while also alleviating energy costs. From plantations and shutters, blinds and sheers all of your window covering needs are available in store.

With free on-site measure and quotes for your convenience, National Tiles and Carpet Call Shepparton are the premiere choice for product range, quality and assistance enabling you to create the unique style and comfort of your home.

National Tiles and Carpet Call are located at 8001 Melbourne

Expertly crafted homes, flexible floorplans

DEDICATED and driven to craft beautiful homes, tailored to you, Diverse Builders have gone strength to strength and have launched their brand-new website, complete with new plans being updated frequently.

They are trusted builders who offer a range of carefully considered plans with the flexibility to accommodate customisation of both the façade and floor plans, in addition to being custom build specialists.

“We uniquely offer set plans with flexibility, like a volume builder, but also offer a complete design and construct service as a custom builder to craft your beautiful new home to your exact specifications,” said co-director Shane.

“What separates us from volume builders though is that we prioritise quality over quantity along with a secure, honest and transparent approach to every project.”

They understand everyone is different, Diverse is their name after all. That is why they understand each project is a collaborative effort and everyone has unique goals and lifestyle requirements.

“Our new display home is currently underway in planning, and we are very excited to open in 2024 in Edgewater Place, Kialla. It will feature all of our new inclusions and flair for design,” said codirector Matt Kelly.

Diverse Builder’s office is located at 114 Melville street, Numurkah and they can be contacted on 5862 2712, or emailed at info@diversebuilders.com.au.

A NEW DIRECTION FOR LOCAL BUILDER…

Great location

Extra-large blocks for Lifestyle

ARE you looking for a great place to call home? Well checkout one of North Shepparton's latest prime housing estates, Lauriston Estate.

One of the most significant selling points of Lauriston is its location in North Shepparton. Lauriston Estate’s proximity to Goulburn Valley Grammar School, St. Luke’s Primary School and All Saints Anglican School, which is currently under construction, makes Lauriston Estate an excellent choice for families.

In addition, the estate’s large feature parkland, which is overlooked by several stage one and stage three blocks, is nearing completion and will provide residents with ample space to relax and unwind. This parkland will feature lush greenery, walking tracks, and plenty of space for children to play, including a basketball & netball rings and BBQ area, cementing Lauriston as an ideal location for families or retirees looking for a relaxed lifestyle close to amenities.

The Residential blocks are fully serviced, making it easy for residents to build their dream home without worrying about infrastructure requirements. The large block sizes also provide abundant space to create their own slice of paradise, with plenty of room for a large backyard, outdoor entertaining area, and room for a pool or shed or both.

With the third stage now selling, this community offers large 2,000m² fully serviced residential blocks, central parklands, and is situated in a highly sought-after location close to schools and amenities. Stage 3 is due for

completion is expected in late 2023, with prices starting from $395,000.

Several homes are now under construction and the remaining blocks will not last long. Contact Glenn Young

from Youngs & Co. to find out more or to secure your block call 58208 777 or 0438579993 or visit them at 123 Wyndham Street Shepparton.

Empower yourself by building

By Natasha Fujimoto

LIFE, at its best, is a hurly-burly of ups and downs full of trials and wins, challenges and aspirations. As we rush to face our lives head on, keeping pace with an ever-frenetic world, it is vital that we take the time to acknowledge the importance of home; that space we can uniquely call our own.

From galley kitchen with Mediterranean panache to the clean retro design of the Danish mid-century lounge, your home reflects not only your personality but your creative control, fostering psychological health and wellbeing.

The significance and enjoyment of home decorating, however, pales in comparison to the emotional rush one gets from building a new home; undoubtedly the ultimate act in self-expression. Building gives one a sense of control, which is seldom achieved elsewhere in life, providing endless options and choices to tailor both an aesthetically pleasing and

functional home imbued with safety, warmth and security.

If you want a shelf in the kitchen at exactly the perfect height so you can reach your spice rack, you can build it just so and if you like to play the piano late at night and need soundproofing, you can also make that happen when you build.

Making innumerable decisions as you build not only increases a sense of personal efficacy, which is endlessly satisfying, it also provides a feeling of control which when utilised for the construction of your home, the starting place of love, family and dreams, then lasting pride can only be evoked.

Building your own home is an empowering and lasting act of creative control fostering not only self-expression but pride and wellbeing.

MAKING THE THE LASTING CHOICES...

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GREAT PLACE TO BUILD... Close to Shepparton CBD and various schools, Lauriston Estate in North Shepparton is ideal for families looking to build their forever home. Pictured on-site is owner/developer Jim Vasey and Youngs & Co director Glenn Young.

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Combining high quality with sustainable product

TODAY recycling is simply the right thing to do, and when it comes to carpeting your home, why not combine sustainable practice with a high-quality product that ticks all the right boxes when it comes to quality, looks and durability.

Shepparton Carpet Court on Melbourne Road is pleased to offer ECONYL®, an eco-friendly carpet range that has all the attributes you are looking for.

From soft feel twist pile to modern textured loop and beyond, you’ll enjoy sinking your toes into ECONYL’s high-performing and attractive selection with added (green) peace of mind.

Crafted form regenerated nylon, in turn comprised of 100 percent recycled yarn made from nylon waste such as from old carpets, fabric scrapes and fishing nets, ECONYL never loses its virgin quality, meaning that it can be recycled an infinite number of times making it a perfect sustainable fibre solution.

Investing in beautiful, low maintenance and eco-conscious carpets at Carpet Court also brings the additional advantage of earning Qantas Frequent Flyer points encompassing the entire range of flooring products, window furnishings and even, installation costs.

Earning one Qantas point per $1 spent, earnings at Carpet Court could see you redeeming points on flights and upgrades in no time, with the added bonus of shopping in the sizeable Qantas Rewards Store to boot.

Shepparton Carpet Court is located is located at 7946 Melbourne Road, Shepparton South and and can be reached at 03 58232600.

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Combining sustainable practice with quality, looks and durability, ECONYL carpets offer a range of textures and attractive colours to suit every home. Shopping at Carpet Court also brings the additional advantage of earning Qantas Frequent Flyer Points.

Inside gardening to beat the chill

INDOOR plants are such a wonderful way to freshen up your home’s interior and add colour to your home. However, keeping them alive though can be a challenge for even the best of us, so here are four picks that look great and add greenery to your space along with some gardening hints:

Dracaena Massangeana

Popular amongst beginner green thumbs, this plant is often an office staple thanks to its hardy nature. Mass Cane often grows between 1.2 to 1.8 metres tall with stalky stems and long, green leaves featuring light yellow and green stripes running through them. They are best placed in indirect bright light but it can tolerate low light. You’ll only need to water it once a week. They are toxic to dogs and cats so it’s not the best option if you have furry friends around the house.

Monstera Adansonii

So hot right now, the Monstera Adansonii

is known for its lush green leaves with distinctive holes. Monstera plants prefer a warm climate away from direct sunlight and they benefit from regular cleaning with a soft, damp cloth. Monsteras should enjoy conditions that are fairly moist so avoid artificial heating and cooling. Utilising a stake or trellis for support is recommended as in their natural habitat they are a climbing plant.

Maidenhair Fern

If you’re prepared to give a Maidenhair Fern the TLC it requires, it can make a beautiful addition to your home. Care can be a little finicky, they require balanced light conditions growing best in humidity. Placing a saucer filled with pebbles beneath the potted plant is best, fill the saucer with water to just below the top of the pebbles and as the water evaporates, it creates a humid microclimate around the plant.

Devil's Ivy

Devil’s Ivy is a low-maintenance and forgiving vine. Whether they're potted in

STAYING ALIVE... Monstera Adansonii is known for its lush green leaves with distinctive holes. Monstera plants prefer a warm climate away from direct sunlight and they benefit from regular cleaning with a soft, damp cloth. Monsteras should enjoy conditions that are fairly moist so avoid artificial heating and cooling.

hanging baskets or cuttings placed in glass vases, they work well anywhere in the home. They're highly drought tolerant and don't require regular fertilisation. Water Devil's Ivy deeply once a week and every second

week in winter. Spring and summer are the best time to prune and propagate your plant, placing the cuttings in glass jars of water to encourage rooting.

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IN BEAUTIFUL, ECO-CONSCIOUS CARPETS... at Shepparton Carpet Court with

ECONYL carpet range.

Pictured is Shepparton Carpet Court’s co-director, Murray Reid. Photo: Natasha Fujimoto